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CAN YOU INCLUDE FINANCE CHARGES ON MONIES OWED IN A MECHANICS LIEN?

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CAN YOU INCLUDE FINANCE CHARGES ON MONIES OWED IN A MECHANICS LIEN

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Aug 22, 2019
Yes, a mechanic’s lien filed in New York can include a “finance charge.” Section 3 of the Lien Law specifically authorizes a lien for the “principal and interest”. Just be careful that your lien does not include more interest (or finance charges) than your contract allowed you to charge.
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